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ITMO University Open Doors PhD Scholarship
The ITMO University Open Doors PhD Scholarship is a partially-funded scholarship from ITMO University for PhD pursuing any field in Russia. Deadline: 2025-2026 cycle: Round 1 portfolio deadline November 16, 2025.
- Funding
- Partial Funding
- Degree levels
- PhD
- Where
- Russia
- Funded by
- university
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- Free tuition for the full PhD programme; free Russian-language Foundation programme for Russian-taught programmes; access to ITMO dormitories
- Deadline
- 2025-2026 cycle: Round 1 portfolio deadline November 16, 2025
- Host countries
- Russia
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Foreign citizens, stateless persons, and compatriots abroad holding a master's or specialist degree Academic Requirements Nationality Requirements The scholarship is available to foreign citizens, stateless persons, and compatriots living abroad. Russian citizens permanently residing in Russia are not eligible through the Open Doors pathway. Language Requirements
Scholarship Benefits
- Free tuition for the full duration of the PhD programme at ITMO University
- Free Russian-language Foundation programme (preparatory year) for winners entering Russian-taught programmes
- Access to ITMO dormitories for international PhD students
- Travel to Russia and living expenses are not covered by the scholarship
Important Dates & Deadlines
2025-2026 cycle: Round 1 portfolio deadline November 16, 2025
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.